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Breaker Morant
A powerful true story of bitter revenge...
During the Boer War, three Australian lieutenants are on trial for shooting Boer prisoners. Though they acted under orders, they are being used as scapegoats by the General Staff, who hopes to distance themselves from the irregular practices of the war. The trial does not progress as smoothly as expected by the General Staff, as the defence puts up a strong fight in the courtroom.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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Synopsis
During the Boer War, three Australian lieutenants are on trial for shooting Boer prisoners. Though they acted under orders, they are being used as scapegoats by the General Staff, who hopes to distance themselves from the irregular practices of the war. The trial does not progress as smoothly as expected by the General Staff, as the defence puts up a strong fight in the courtroom.
More about Breaker Morant
Cast
Edward WoodwardHarry 'Breaker' Morant
Jack ThompsonMajor J.F. Thomas
John WatersCpt. Alfred Taylor
Bryan BrownLt. Peter Handcock
Charles TingwellLt. Col. Denny
Terence DonovanCpt. Simon Hunt
Vincent BallCol. Ian (Johnny) Hamilton
Ray MeagherSar. Maj. DrummondCredits
- Directed by
- Bruce Beresford
- Written by
- Bruce Beresford, Jonathan Hardy, David Stevens
Production details
- Status
- Released
- Original language
- English
- Budget
- $1M
- Box office
- $8.2M
Production
South Australian Film CorporationAustralia
